The Salvation Army

Salvation Army needs your help to get through tough 2020 holiday season

AFP

The Salvation Army of Waynesboro and East Augusta County usually gets a third of the quarter of a million dollars it raises annually from local individuals from its iconic Red Kettles. But with the decline in foot traffic at retail stores, the local unit is projecting a 50 percent decrease in donations this holiday season.

coolest dog

Coolest Dog in the Shenandoah Valley contest to raise money for childcare

Chris Graham

Some might ask – what does a dog contest have to do with childcare? The answer is – nothing. That’s not the point. What does a community service group do when they find out there is a major shortage of childcare options for working families due to the COVID 19 pandemic? It takes action.